The number of cabin: 18

Phone suport: +84-4-37568868

Evaluation

The Paloma is a brand new Chinese wooden junk crewed by a professional, loyal and dedicated team. Spread over 4 decks she has 16 en-suite fully equipped luxury cabins, a bar with soft seating and plasma TV, gourmet restaurant, outside dining area, sundeck and luxury spa.

Come onboard The Paloma. Be charmed by her exquisite luxury, intimate setting and unrivalled home from home service. An unforgettable way to witness the serene, calm setting of Halong Bay’s exceptional natural beauty.

The Paloma is your home while you are in Halong Bay. Good service is key. Our crew consists of 20 dynamic, passionate and enthusiastic individuals who are committed to making your stay with us special and unforgettable

Facts about The Paloma

10.5m wide

43m Long

4 decks

Luxury Spa (1st deck)

Luxury cabins (1st and 2nd decks)

Dining areas (3rd deck)

Sundeck (4th deck)

Paloma Family Cruise :

She was designed in the style of the traditional of Halong Bay, only on a slightly smaller scale with 2 cabins.

Like all of our boats, Paloma Family 2 cabins is designed with sophistication and a meticulous attention to detail for our guests’ enjoyment, especially their viewing pleasure.

Launched September 2011

Facts about The Paloma

5.5 metres width

25 metres length

2,7 metres height

2decks

Luxury cabins (1st decks)

Dining areas (1st deck)

Sundeck (2th deck)

The Cabins

Paloma Cruise

A selection of superior and deluxe cabins, honeymoon and family suites mixing the modern with traditional elements. All ensuite and fully equipped with air conditioning, in house phone and bathroom amenities, allowing you to relax in peace and luxury.

Relax and unwind in the bar which adjoins the restaurant. Enjoy pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks, relax in the soft seating area, browse our selection of books and magazines or watch a DVD on the plasma TV. The bar is fully stocked with fine wines, spirits, alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks.

On board you will be delighted with our top notch service and fine dining experience. Our menu is an innovative blend of European cuisine with an Asian twist. In Vietnam food preparation and presentation is an art form. A healthy and refined cuisine with exotic flavours features Vietnamese herbs, spices and other well-known traditional specialties.

Non-meat eaters will be able to sample some of the best vegetarian food in Vietnam.

Sundeck

The sundeck, situated on the 4th deck, is the perfect spot to view the limestone peaks, lagoons, grottoes and emerald sea. Relax on our cosy sun lounges and enjoy the cool sea breeze.

Activities

During your stay on The Paloma, you won’t be short of things to do. Our expert guide will lead kayaking tours of the bay, enjoy swimming in the crystal clear waters or pamper yourself in our luxury spa. Join our staff in some late night cuttle fishing and we run cookery demonstrations for those interested in learning the art of Vietnamese cooking. Take part in early morning Tai Chi on the sundeck which is the perfect way to welcome the new day.

Water sport facilities and activities

Kayak (upon request or part of cruise package)

Tender

Bamboo rowing boat

Swimming

Cooking demonstrations

Early morning Tai Chi

Join the staff to go cuttle fishing in the evening

Amenities

With perfect attention to detail, all aspects of your stay on board have been meticulously planned. All cabins are en-suite with hot showers and full bathroom amenities, towels and luxury linens. The junk is fully air conditioned throughout, there is plenty of storage space, a luxury spa, gourmet restaurant and a fully stocked bar. Equipped with all the luxury and comforts you desire, The Paloma is your home from home while you cruise the Bay.

Prevention better than cruise

To ensure your safety and to give you peace of mind, The Paloma is fully equipped with all the necessary equipment complying with international safety standards and requirements.

On board we have:

60 life vests

40 life bouys

4 lifeboats

In case of fire there are 4 fire hoses and 14 fire extinguishers in the public areas and 1 extinguisher per cabin

GPS system

Radar

VHF radio

Automated alarm system with speakers throughout the vessel

As part of our introduction to life on board we will give you a short talk on our health and safety procedures

21.00 Relaxing on your cabin or join the on board activities: film entertainment, light music for dancing in the dining room (please book in advance with your tour guide), board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available. Passengers may also try their luck at squid fishing from the boat.

Happy Hour! Buy two drink - get one free (wine by the bottle excluded)

06.15 Starting your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck while complimentary tea & coffee are served.

07.00 Have breakfast

08.30 - 09.30 Visit the Vung Vieng floating fishing village by bamboo sampan for an hour in to the village. Short visit to Pearl Farm to learn how natural pearls are created. Then return to Paloma Cruise for your leisure or join one of the following optional activities: Sunbathing, traditional massage, swimming etc.

10.00 Upon return to the boat you will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.

Please remove all of your belongings from your cabin, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabin (staff will transfer directly to the pier).

10:30 Enjoy Set Menu for lunch in the dining room. We will settle bills after lunch. Relaxing on the sundeck or in the dining room, enjoying the rest of Halong bay before getting back to harbor.

11.45 Arrive at Hon Gai Harbour. Transfer by tender to the pier. Get on van or car back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi approximate 4:30 PM.

Paloma Cruise (20 Cabin Boat)

From 01/05/2016- 30/09/2016

From 01/01/2016 - 30/04/2016 & 01/10/2016-31/12/2016

Cabin Type Rates / Per Person

Single

Double/Twin

Single

Double/Twin

Deluxe Ocean View

184

125

207

136

Premium Ocean View

201

138

226

149

Paloma Suite

253

161

280

184

Family Executive Suite

356

178

412

206

Charter

NOTES

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming, kayaking or snorkeling excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather.Unused services are not subject to a refund.

Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood.... Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.

Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers.

CHILDREN POLICY

The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for one children sharing a cabin with two adults (No extra mattress), limited to one child per cabin.

The Child Rate for children from 4 to 12 years old is applicable for one children sharing a cabin with two adults (No extra Mattress), limited to one child per cabin.

Two children below 12 staying in a separate cabin will be charge 75% of the adult price. Children from 12 years older will be charged the same as adults.

Extra bed is available with additional charge at 20$ /night (upon your request)

THINGS TO BRING

Passport with valid visa

Some cash in Vietnamese Dong / USD for personal expenses

Sun block or insect repellent and swimming suites

Bring something warm to wear [From Dec till March]

Please be ready on time for our pick up service at your hotel in Hanoi or at the harbor

21.00 Relaxing on your cabin or join the on board activities: film entertainment, light music for dancing in the dining room (please book in advance with your tour guide), board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available. Passengers may also try their luck at squid fishing from the boat.

Happy Hour! Buy two drink - get one free (wine by the bottle excluded)

Overnight aboard Paloma Cruise.

DAY 2: HALONG - LAN HA BAY ( BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER )

06.15 Start your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck while complimentary tea & coffee are served

07.00 Paloma weighs anchor to sail through the bay and pass by several beautiful places such as Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu (Virgin) cave, Coc Ngoi (Toad) Islet, etc. Early breakfast in the dinning room.

08.30 Transfer to Smaller boat for Lan Ha Bay excursion.

09.30 Guided kayaking and swimming at Three Peaches beach, a pristine natural beach lapped by the turquoise water.

12.30 BBQ lunch is served on beach (depend on the weather or tide levels).

14.00 Continue to discovery Toi and Sang Cave (depend on the tide condition ), the most remote point in Lan Ha Bay and bordering the Gulf of Tonkin.

Visit its quaint fishing village and lagoon. Possibility of kayaking through an amazing tunnel under a karst mountain (time permitting).

16.00 Return to Paloma Cruise for dinner and overnight.

17.00 The vessel cruises back to the bay for second overnight anchorage near Ho Dong Tien. Happy hour (Sunset party).

19.15 Sumptuous Seafood Set – dinner onboard.

21.00 Relaxing on your cabin or join the on board activities: film entertainment, light music for dancing in the dining room (please book in advance with your tour guide), board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available. Passengers may also try their luck at squid fishing from the boat.

Happy Hour! Buy two drink - get one free (wine by the bottle excluded)

06.15 Starting your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck while complimentary tea & coffee are served.

07.00 Have breakfast

08.30 - 09.30 Visit the Vung Vieng floating fishing village by bamboo sampan for an hour in to the village. Short visit to Pearl Farm to learn how natural pearls are created. Then return to Paloma Cruise for your leisure or join one of the following optional activities: Sunbathing, traditional massage, swimming etc.

10.00 Upon return to the boat you will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.

Please remove all of your belongings from your cabin, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabin (staff will transfer directly to the pier).

10:30 Enjoy Set Menu for lunch in the dining room. We will settle bills after lunch. Relaxing on the sundeck or in the dining room, enjoying the rest of Halong Bay before getting back to harbor.

11.45 Arrive at Hon Gai Harbour. Transfer by tender to the pier. Get on van or car back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi approximate 4:30 PM.

Paloma Cruise (20 Cabin Boat)

From 01/05/2016- 30/09/2016

From 01/01/2016 - 30/04/2016 & 01/10/2016-31/12/2016

Cabin Type Rates / Per Person

Single

Double/Twin

Single

Double/Twin

Deluxe Ocean View

350

241

402

264

Premium Ocean View

373

258

438

287

Paloma Suite

431

299

491

322

Family Executive Suite

632

316

696

348

Charter

NOTES

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming, kayaking or snorkeling excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather.Unused services are not subject to a refund.

Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood.... Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.

Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers.

CHILDREN POLICY

The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for one children sharing a cabin with two adults (No extra mattress), limited to one child per cabin.

The Child Rate for children from 4 to 12 years old is applicable for one children sharing a cabin with two adults (No extra Mattress), limited to one child per cabin.

Two children below 12 staying in a separate cabin will be charge 75% of the adult price. Children from 12 years older will be charged the same as adults.

Extra bed is available with additional charge at 20$ /night (upon your request)

THINGS TO BRING

Passport with valid visa

Some cash in Vietnamese Dong / USD for personal expenses

Sun block or insect repellent and swimming suites

Bring something warm to wear [From Dec till March]

Please be ready on time for our pick up service at your hotel in Hanoi or at the harbor